Chennai, June 24 -- South Indian film actor Srikanth (46), who has appeared in over 54 films, including several in Telugu and Malayalam, was arrested on Monday by the Greater Chennai Police in connection with a narcotics case, police said.

The arrest followed the detention of T. Prasad, a functionary of the AIADMK IT wing, who is suspected of having supplied the banned substance to the actor.

During interrogation, police gathered evidence pointing to Actor Srikanth's alleged involvement in the drug network.

According to officials, Tamil actor Shrikanth was produced before a Magistrate at the Magistrate's residence.

They said the actor has been remanded to judicial custody until July 7, 2025, following his appearance.

Shrikanth's advo...